Note: Online course. All instruction will be online. Go to www.dvc.edu/online for course access information.

Course

Section

Days

Time

Room

Units

Start/Stop
Dates

ENGL-153

5040

ONLINE

3 Units

Full Term

Catalog Course Description

ENGL-153 Contemporary Poetry

3 unit(s) SC

54 hours Lecture per term

Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL-122 or equivalent

This course focuses on the reading, critical study, critical analysis, and discussion of contemporary poetry. Postmodern American poetry is emphasized, although consideration will also be given to contemporary world poetry and other poetry written in English. Earlier traditions, such as modernism, will be briefly discussed. Historical, social, cultural, and psychological contexts will be provided. Consideration will be given to the forms, functions, and definitions of the poetry studied. Students should reach a heightened awareness and understanding of language and artistic excellence. CSU, UC